Israel : an introduction / Barry Rubin.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rubin, Barry M.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Israel.

Physical Description:

ix, 340 pages : illustrations, maps ; 26 cm

Place of Publication:

New Haven : Yale University Press, [2012]

Summary:

This comprehensive book provides a well-rounded introduction to Israel-a definitive account of the nation's past, its often controversial present, and much more. Written by a leading historian of the Middle East, Israel: An Introduction is organized around six major themes: history, land and people, society, government and politics, economics, and culture. The only available volume to offer such a complete account, this book is for general readers and students who wish to gain a better understanding of this nation and its rich culture.

Based on research by scholars with extensive firsthand knowledge of Israel, this book offers accessible, clearly explained material, enhanced with a generous selection of photographs, maps, charts, tables, graphs, and sidebars. It provides readers with a solid foundation of knowledge about Israel and includes useful reference lists by topic for those inspired to read further. Book jacket.

Contents:

Understanding Israel

History

Land and people

Society

Government and politics

Economics

Culture.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780300162301

0300162308

OCLC:

711045667